WHO IS THE STUDENT EMERGENCY FUND FOR?
The Student Emergency Fund is open to all enrolled students who are facing emergency, unforeseen critical incidents that impact their finances and ability to continue at the university. Some examples of critical incidents include, but aren’t limited to:
- Unexpected medical expenses
- Loss of employment
- Significant changes in family financial support
- Emergency vehicle repairs (does not include normal wear and tear)
- Sudden housing instability or risk of housing loss
- Loss of technology or critical educational support
While this list is not exhaustive, it does not include tuition and outstanding balances in most cases. Should you have other emergent or unforeseen needs that will keep you from paying your bill, please fill out a request with documentation for those needs.
After submitting your application, the Student Emergency Fund team will review your documentation and notify you of a decision within 24 business hours (may be up to 2 business days during winterim and summer). Even if your request is denied, the committee will do their best to provide you with guidance on additional support and resources.
Note: Due to end of semester processes, funds awarded from May 15-27 may be delayed until early June.
Please visit the UWSP Scholarship Portal to browse available scholarships or contact Student Financial Services if you have any questions about paying your tuition.
APPLY IN THREE EASY STEPS
Note: You are required to provide a form of documentation to receive Emergency Funding. Please refer to the Documentation Examples document for more information.
Step 1
Log into the UWSP Scholarship Portal using your UWSP login information
Step 2
Click ‘My Applications’
Step 3
Complete the Student Emergency Fund application